Consumer Protection Authority seizes over 1,400 units of chewing tobacco in joint operation
Muscat: In an ongoing effort to regulate markets and eliminate banned substances that pose risks to public health, the Consumer Protection Authority in South Al Batinah, Rustaq, has successfully confiscated over 1,400 units of chewing tobacco and raw materials used in its production.
CPA said in a statement: 'The operation, carried out in coordination with the Royal Oman Police and the Public Prosecution, followed a report indicating that a group of expatriate workers were engaged in manufacturing, distributing, and selling chewing tobacco in three locations in Al Musanah.
Upon verifying the report, law enforcement officers conducted thorough investigations and managed to seize 1,408 items, including ready-to-sell chewing tobacco and its raw ingredients. The violators admitted to the charges, leading authorities to confiscate the illegal products and impose administrative fines.
The Consumer Protection Authority emphasized that trading such banned products violates Article 7 of the Consumer Protection Law, which strictly prohibits the circulation of adulterated, counterfeit, or unauthorized goods, as well as their advertisement.
The authority reaffirmed its commitment to taking legal action against violators to protect consumer safety. It urged the public to remain vigilant, adhere to consumer protection laws, and report any illegal practices observed in local markets through official communication channels.
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